What is the power of the Supreme Court to judge the constitutional validity of a law passed by the Parliament or an action of the 'Executive' called?

Judicial Revision

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Judicial Review

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Judicial Consent

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Solution

The correct option is B Judicial Review
The Supreme Court has the power to review laws passed by the Union or State legislatures. The Supreme Court can declare a law 'ultra vires' or null and void if it is against the letter and spirit of the Constitution or contravenes any provision of the Constitution. This power is referred to as the power of judicial review.

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Which of the following statements about the judiciary is false?

(a) Every law passed by the Parliament needs approval of the Supreme Court.

(b) Judiciary can strike down a law if it goes against the spirit of the Constitution.

(d) Any citizen can approach the courts if her rights are violated

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